Lead Software developer (Angular & Node.js)

Scrumconnect Consulting; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Scrumconnect Consulting is seeking experienced Full Stack Developers to design, build, and deliver modern cloud-native applications across enterprise-scale projects. You will contribute across the full software development life cycle, developing secure back-end services, front-end applications, and automated deployment pipelines.

We value Node.js and Angular expertise, strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills, and experience with AWS and CI/CD in Agile teams.

Qualifications

• Enjoy solving complex technical problems.
• Collaborative mindset with experience working in multidisciplinary Agile teams.
• Take ownership of delivering high‑quality software.
• Have experience building secure, scalable enterprise applications.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain scalable full‑stack applications.
• Build secure, high‑performance RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express.
• Develop responsive Front End applications using Angular and TypeScript.
• Write clean, maintainable and well‑tested code using modern engineering practices.
• Build and maintain automated tests using Jest.
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD.
• Support cloud‑native deployments using AWS and container technologies.
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews and technical design sessions.
• Work collaboratively with Product Owners, Designers, QA Engineers and DevOps teams.
• Troubleshoot, optimise and improve application performance, scalability and reliability.

Skills

Node.js

JavaScript

TypeScript

Express.js

Angular

Jest

GitLab CI/CD

Agile

Git

Tools

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

Terraform

Kong Enterprise Gateway

MongoDB

Amazon DocumentDB

Kafka

Confluent Schema Registry

Dynatrace

Job description

Full Stack Developer (Node.js/Angular/AWS)

Visa Sponsorship Available for Eligible Candidates

About Scrumconnect Consulting

Scrumconnect Consulting is a leading digital transformation consultancy delivering innovative technology solutions across the public and private sectors. We specialise in designing and building scalable digital services, cloud‑native platforms, and user‑centred applications that enable organisations to modernise and improve service delivery. Our multidisciplinary teams work across engineering, product, delivery, and design to deliver impactful digital solutions using modern technologies and Agile methodologies. We foster a culture of continuous learning, collaboration, and technical excellence, giving our people the opportunity to work on large‑scale transformation programmes that make a real difference.

The Role

We're looking for experienced Full Stack Developers to join our growing engineering team. You will help design, build, and deliver modern cloud‑native applications across a range of enterprise‑scale digital transformation projects. Working within Agile delivery teams, you will contribute across the full software development life cycle, developing secure Back End services, modern Front End applications, and automated deployment pipelines. We particularly value experienced Node.js developers with strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills and exposure to cloud‑native development.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and maintain scalable full‑stack applications
• Build secure, high‑performance RESTful APIs using Node.js and Express
• Develop responsive Front End applications using Angular and TypeScript
• Write clean, maintainable and well‑tested code using modern engineering practices
• Build and maintain automated tests using Jest
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines using GitLab CI/CD
• Support cloud‑native deployments using AWS and container technologies
• Participate in architecture discussions, code reviews and technical design sessions
• Work collaboratively with Product Owners, Designers, QA Engineers and DevOps teams
• Troubleshoot, optimise and improve application performance, scalability and reliability

Essential Skills

• Strong commercial experience developing applications with Node.js
• Excellent JavaScript and TypeScript knowledge
• Experience building REST APIs using Express.js
• Commercial Angular development experience
• Experience writing automated tests using Jest
• Experience using GitLab CI/CD
• Understanding of Agile software delivery
• Experience working with Git

Desirable Skills

AWS & Cloud

• AWS Lambda
• API Gateway
• SQS
• S3
• KMS
• CloudWatch
• X‑Ray
• ECS/Fargate
• ECR
• EKS

Infrastructure & DevOps

• Terraform
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• Kong Enterprise Gateway

Databases

• MongoDB
• Amazon DocumentDB

Messaging & Monitoring

• Kafka
• Confluent Schema Registry
• Dynatrace

Other

• Serverless architectures
• Monorepo development
• Nunjucks

What We're Looking For

• Enjoy solving complex technical problems
• Write clean, maintainable code
• Have a collaborative mindset
• Are comfortable working within multidisciplinary Agile teams
• Take ownership of delivering high‑quality software
• Have experience building secure, scalable enterprise applications

Nice to Have

• Experience working on UK Government or other highly regulated programmes
• Active SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain SC Clearance

Why Join Scrumconnect?

• Work on high‑profile digital transformation programmes
• Build modern cloud‑native applications using the latest technologies
• Collaborate with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines
• Learn through continuous professional development
• Progress your career within a growing consultancy
• Work in a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment

Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we’re committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. We believe diverse teams create better ideas, stronger products and better outcomes for our clients and communities.